IT Support Specialist

East Bay Community Action Program; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development

Job summary

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is hiring an IT Support Specialist to provide hands-on support for staff across multiple locations. You will troubleshoot desktops, devices, and Microsoft 365 issues while maintaining documentation and service records.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, structured incident handling, and adherence to IT service management practices in a nonprofit healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of IT support, help desk, or service desk environments.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and Windows-based technologies.
• Familiarity with healthcare, nonprofit, or human services organizations.
• Exposure to ITIL principles and service management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for technology support requests received through phone, email, and ticketing systems.
• Assess, prioritize, and route support tickets according to established service procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve Level 1 and 2 technical issues involving desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and networks.
• Escalate complex issues to specialized infrastructure teams with proper documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Multitasking

Documentation

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in IT or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Windows

Job description

IT Support Specialist

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: East Providence - Bullocks

Compensation: $42,000 - $60,000 / year

Description

Make Technology Work for a Mission That Matters

Are you passionate about solving technology challenges and helping people do their best work? Join East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) as an IT Support Specialist and become an essential part of a team that keeps critical public health and human services programs running smoothly.

In this role, you'll provide hands‑on support to employees across a variety of locations, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure that technology remains reliable, secure, and accessible. If you enjoy problem‑solving, delivering excellent customer service, and working in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The IT Support Specialist serves as the frontline resource for technology support throughout EBCAP’s clinical, administrative, and community‑based operations. This position is responsible for managing support requests, resolving technical issues, documenting solutions, and helping maintain a highly effective IT service environment.

Success in this role requires a strong technical foundation, a customer‑focused mindset, attention to detail, and a commitment to following structured service management processes.

This position is located on‑site and serves our locations across the East Bay of Rhode Island, from East Providence to Newport.

Key Responsibilities

Service Desk Support

• Act as the primary contact for technology support requests received through phone, email, and ticketing systems.
• Assess, prioritize, and route support tickets according to established service procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve Level 1 and Level 2 technical issues involving:
  • Desktop and laptop computers
  • Mobile devices and peripherals
  • Microsoft 365 applications and user accounts
  • Network access and connectivity
  • Business‑critical applications, including healthcare, HR, and financial systems
• Escalate complex issues to specialized infrastructure teams with clear documentation and troubleshooting history.

End-User Support

• Deliver both in‑person and remote technical assistance across multiple EBCAP locations.
• Support employee onboarding and offboarding activities, including account setup and access management.
• Assist staff with passwords, application access, and day‑to‑day technology needs.
• Build positive relationships through responsive, professional customer service.

Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of support activities and resolutions.
• Document troubleshooting processes and solutions within the service management system.
• Contribute to internal knowledge base content and standard operating procedures.
• Identify recurring issues and help support root‑cause analysis initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Follow established IT service management processes for incident handling, request fulfillment, and escalation.
• Apply structured troubleshooting techniques and industry best practices.
• Participate in initiatives designed to improve service quality, efficiency, and user satisfaction.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational and documentation practices
• Attention to detail and process compliance
• Critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to continuously learn and improve

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in IT support, help desk, or service desk environments
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and Windows‑based technologies

• Experience working within healthcare, nonprofit, or human services organizations
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as NextGen or similar platforms
• Exposure to ITIL principles and service management frameworks

Benefits

For Full‑Time Employees Working 30-40 hours per week, EBCAP offers:

• Subsidized, comprehensive medical (BCBSRI) and dental (Delta Dental) insurance plans
• Supplemental vision insurance (Delta Dental)
• Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Up to 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer‑paid professional development
• Employee assistance program